I am and have been the Homeless Liaison with Colquitt County Schools for 20 plus years and am currently on the Board of Directors with GAEH. The staff there are some of the most caring individuals I have ever met, ensuring the needs of homeless families and children are of top priority. Homelessness affects every community in our great state. If you are looking for a statewide non profit to support, please consider GAEH. Your donation will help those less fortunate and that is a WIN WIN!!!
In my role as a professional in a GA non-profit not located in the Atlanta area, my organization has worked with GAEH for a number of years. I have also served on the board for several years. I have found that what they do is nothing short of amazing--always with limited staff and a small budget. We reach out from Coastal GA for assistance, and we can always count on them to provide us with information and resources. I shudder to think about what the homeless landscape would look like if GAEH did not exist.
As a previous State of Georgia employee I had the pleasure of working with the GAEH on numerous occasions. Their leadership and guidance can not be rated as anything except "Outstanding". They were a tremendous resource for my organization as it related to the "Homeless Arena". They are recognised "State Wide" as experts for the "Homeless " and not only assisted in finding safe and affordable housing to decrease the homelessness in the State of Georgia but actually participated in providing basic needs to insure stability in the housing, as well!,
As a board member, I have watched this org operate to assist the unhoused by responding to urgent needs and innovating to find solutions.
GAEH has worked statewide for the sake of those in need of housing assistance. In this day and age, housing is increasingly becoming unaffordable. Consider donating to this worthy cause today!
Looking back on a lot of things that has happened in my life, I’ve come to the realization, that even when you don’t think you need help, somehow you will need it, if the dynamics seem to shift. Im the mother of three. My youngest was brutally murdered November 9, 2015. Since then its been unbearable to catch a break and provide stability. When it comes to assistance however, by far is very few to choose from. However, with the assistance from alliance, the hotel that I’ve resided in with me and my daughter for the past 6 months was covered for a two week period. Being that my situation is unique regarding finding a home, they have actively provided information to assist in the next steps. Even though the suggestions have given me the run around and has frustrated me anymore, at least the assistance from the Alliance was direct, and if they were able to receive more assistance, they may be able top reach out to more and provide the real assistance that other organizations lack. Again, its so many different avenues of assistance, especially with my youngest daughter being hearing impaired, in this day and time, most are frauds and do not know how to interact with the people that come for assistance. I’ve recently had my car stolen from me and Im devastated more than anyone can ever imagine. However, alliance has associates like Brittany who can only work within their means but she really does try, and that’s the most anyone can ask for. Her encouraging reads and the voice of wanting to help at least brighten my spirits to continue to push forward. I thank the alliance for their assistance, and I thank you all for listening to my opinion
The Georgia Alliance to End Homelessness was founded in 1989 and was an outcome of a group of persons from all over the State of Georgia who began coming together in 1986 on a monthly basis in Macon, Georgia. The outcome of these meetings was a statewide network committed to fostering strategic initiatives that would build a collaborative response to the needs of homeless persons in Georgia. GAEH is now a membership organization of over 300 homeless services organizations. Each organization is committed to the motto, "No one on the streets tonight". It is our goal to ask for help in securing additional funding to meet the needs of special needs school age children and their families who might otherwise fall through the cracks in the provider systems. Your donations go directly to the families and programs designed to specifically meet their needs. This organization goes far and wide, helping to secure an emergency hotel room to keep persons off the street, a deposit on utilities, transportation costs whether it be a bus pass or a card to secure gas for a vehicle that will get a someone to work or school. The Alliance has a Helpline to assist with linking individuals to the resources they need.
Thank you Georgia Alliance To End Homelessness for hiring me as one of your lived experience employees. After what I've been through over the last 5 years, I finally, after navigating Georgia's systems of care and finding a great recovery program, was able to obtain stable housing with help of GAEH and a great job with GAEH. Now I have the opportunity to use my knowledge and personal experience of how to navigate the systems of care and help other homeless individuals and families navigate the systems of care.
Words can not express how grateful I am for having contacted the Georgia Alliance To End Homelessness
The Georgia Alliance is a terrific organization to partner with, but the agency lacks many resources to support its projects. Despite the funding limitations, the Alliance's collaborative spirit remains unwavering. They have skillfully harnessed the power of partnerships, bringing together various stakeholders in a united front against homelessness. This collaborative approach maximizes the impact of every dollar spent, fosters a sense of shared responsibility among the community, and inspires individuals and organizations to contribute what they can to make a difference. The organization brings together diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, nonprofits, and community members, fostering a holistic approach to addressing homelessness. This collaborative spirit ensures that they leverage the strengths of each partner, maximizing their collective impact on the issue. The Alliance's focus on evidence-based practices and innovative solutions sets it apart from other homelessness advocacy. They consistently seek out and implement new strategies with proven effectiveness, demonstrating a commitment to achieving tangible and sustainable results. The commitment to advocacy is noteworthy. The Georgia Alliance actively engages with the community, policymakers, and the public to raise awareness about the root causes of homelessness. Their advocacy efforts extend beyond immediate relief, aiming for comprehensive, long-term solutions that address the underlying issues contributing to homelessness. This community-centric approach ensures that the organization remains responsive to the unique needs of the individuals it serves.
This is a physical small organization that does big work in the state of Georgia in the USA. They offer the states first Homeless/poverty services referral online database and hot line which helps those in need find specific services to help them rather than general lists. This organization does public and legislative advocacy to encourage permanent and realistic solutions to poverty and homelessness, while supporting and advocating for the local shelters in communities all through the state. This is different because i find most shelters and homeless non-profits are very guarded to collaborating with other non-profits in order to protect funding.
The GAEH however does whatever it takes to to help find the real end goal. They offer:
QESST: high standard certification to insure organization/shelters are operating safely, cleanly, and to high ethical and moral codes for their clients
Provider Network(PN): compilation of poverty and homeless service providers in Georgia, documenting their locations, services provided, and the population served. They partner with others to help keep information up to date so those seeking help can find it as fast as possible
TAPT(technical assistance and program training): Training on various subjects and program development/maintenance.
Project Promise: Is a program to be introduced soon to offer impoverished students a chance to explore their talents, career aspirations, and social life. This will be achieved through the donations of time, services, goods, and funds by communities companies and citizens who wish to play a part in ending homeless through aiding impoverished youth fulfill their dreams.
however this program is a bit lacking because of extreme funding shortages. low staff and money seem to prevent this organization from truly revolutionizing how the state of Georgia copes with poverty and homelessness of all populations.